Week 3, Season 3 The Priest's Vestments (2)

Introduction

In this section, the speaker introduces the topic of priest vestments and encourages participants to check in with their prayer partners regularly.

Priest Vestments

• The speaker talks about optional daily videos on scriptures for mass that can be shared with others.

• The spiritual and practical meaning behind priest vestments is discussed.

• The first step before getting vested is washing hands, which has a spiritual and practical significance.

• The next garment put on is called an amis, which is an optional piece of vestment. It's purpose and prayer are explained.

• The alb, a white garment worn by priests, symbolizes purity. Its prayer is discussed.

• A sanctuar, a rope-like belt worn by priests, reminds them to gird their loins as per 1 Peter 1:13-15. Its prayer is explained.

• The stole, a long investment worn diagonally across the chest by priests and deacons as a sign of honor and office. Its prayer is discussed.

• Finally, the chasuble shaped like a poncho with open sleeves worn by priests at mass. Different colors are used for different occasions.

Conclusion

The speaker provides insights into the spiritual meanings behind each priest vestment while also discussing their practical significance during mass.

The Meaning of Vestments

In this section, Father Burke Masters explains the meaning behind the vestments worn by priests during Mass.

The Chasuble and Stole

• The chasuble goes over the stole, which is a symbol of the authority of the priesthood.

• It signifies that love leads and doesn't diminish the authority of Christ.

• The chasuble is a sign of the mission of the priesthood to go out and share God's love.

Colors of Vestments

• Green is worn during Ordinary Time, which means to count.

• Advent is purple, Christmas is white, Lent is purple again, Easter is white again.

• White is also worn for celebrations such as weddings and funerals.

When Priests Wear White

• White vestments are used for Christmas time, Easter time, weddings, funerals and when celebrating a saint who was not martyred.

• It represents purity and holiness.

Acting in Persona Christi

In this section, Father Burke Masters explains how priests act in persona Christi during Mass.

Disappearing Behind Christ

• As he puts on his vestments, Father Burke Masters disappears behind Christ.

• During Mass, it's not Father Burke Masters who consecrates bread and wine into body and blood but rather Jesus himself acting through him.

Yoking Ourselves to Christ

• Following Christ isn't easy but when we yoke ourselves to Him anything becomes possible.

• We do this ministry not on our own but with Jesus' help.

Liturgical Seasons

In this section, Father Burke Masters explains the different liturgical seasons and their corresponding colors.

Liturgical Year

• The liturgical year begins in Advent and leads up to Christmas.

• Lent is purple, Easter is white, and Ordinary Time is green.

Determining Dates

• Easter Sunday falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon following March 21st.

• Ash Wednesday falls 40 days before Easter Sunday.

Wearing Green

• Green vestments are worn during Ordinary Time when there are no saints or feast days being celebrated.

• It represents counting the days between high liturgical seasons of Lent and Easter, and Advent and Christmas.

Significance of Vestment Colors

In this section, the speaker explains the significance of different colors of vestments worn by priests during various liturgical seasons.

Red

• Worn to celebrate the Holy Spirit, particularly on Pentecost Sunday.

• Signifies the power and fire of the Holy Spirit that animates us to do God's work in the world.

• Also a reminder of shedding blood for Christ.

Purple/Violet

• Worn during Advent and Lent, which are preparatory seasons for Christmas and Easter respectively.

• A sign of repentance from sins and a time to ask for forgiveness.

• Priests wear a purple stole when hearing confessions as a sign of repentance.

Rose/Pink

• Worn only two times a year - on the third Sunday of Advent and fourth Sunday of Lent.

• A hint of good things to come, an anticipatory color that signifies joy is yet to come despite being in a time of penance.

Black

• Rarely worn but can be worn at funerals or on All Souls Day when praying for souls in purgatory.

Scripture Verse for Lectio Divina: Exodus 28:1-5

The speaker introduces Exodus 28:1-5 as the scripture verse for Lectio Divina. He also encourages listeners not to put pressure on themselves if they feel like they're not hearing anything from God during their practice.

Lectio Divina

• Encourages listeners not to put pressure on themselves to hear from God during Lectio Divina.

• Explains that the purpose of Lectio Divina is to pay attention to what word or phrase jumps off the page and see if there are any connections with one's life or with God.

Exodus 28:1-5

• Talks about Aaron and his sons being chosen as priests among the Israelites.

• Describes how sacred vestments were made for Aaron for his consecration as a priest.

The Importance of Vestments in Worship

This section discusses the significance of vestments in worship and how they were a part of Jewish roots.

Vestments as Part of Liturgy

• Vestments take the attention away from the priest and put the focus on God.

• Going far back into Jewish roots, vestments were a part of liturgy and worshiping God.

• Pay attention to what color the priest is wearing and the different vestments during church services.

Sacred Vestments

• The sacred vestments include a breastpiece, an ephod, a robe, a brocade tunic, a turban, and a sash.

• The colors used for these sacred vestments are gold, violet purple, scarlet yarn, and fine linen.

Focus on Jesus

• It's important to not focus too much on the priests but rather on Jesus as the great high priest.

• Reflecting on these vestments can help us see them as signs pointing to Jesus.

Conclusion

This section concludes with a prayer and encourages viewers to like, subscribe, and share if they enjoyed the video.

Prayer

• A prayer thanking God for His Church and His Son Jesus is given.

• Almighty God blesses viewers in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Encouragement to Viewers

• Viewers are encouraged to pay attention to vestments during church services.

• Viewers are encouraged to like, subscribe, and share the video.